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Embedded Software Engineer Yocto Linux / Kernel Driver

Hybrid in Alicante·Added 2 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Grupo Digital

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Alicante
Contract
Permanent contract
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Hands-on experience developing with Yocto Project, Linux Kernel and C. + 3 YEARS
  • Knowledge of embedded Linux systems and their build, integration and maintenance cycle.
  • Experience in driver development or maintenance and embedded systems debugging.
  • Ability to work with real hardware, cross-compilation and platform configuration.
  • Fluent English, spoken and written, to collaborate with an international team.
  • Regular use of AI agents applied to development, including review, testing and quality controls.
  • Ownership mindset, autonomy and quality orientation.
  • Interest in the field of networking and solving technical connectivity problems.

Nice to have

We especially value experience with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth and technical autonomy.

  • Experience developing Wi-Fi or Bluetooth drivers.
  • Knowledge of Device Tree, BSP and board bring-up processes.
  • Experience with CI/CD for embedded systems and reproducible builds.
  • Knowledge of Secure Boot, image signing and secure OTA updates.
  • Familiarity with wired and wireless network protocols.

Languages

  • English: High level, equivalent to B2 or higher, with the ability to maintain technical conversations and communicate fluently in writing.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Salary competitive based on experience
  • Permanent contract or Freelance Contract Option
  • 22 working days of vacation.
  • Flexible benefits plan: Medical insurance, childcare vouchers, transport vouchers
  • Training in Technology and Soft Skills.
  • Referral program: €500 for each candidate you recommend who joins us

The role

Develop the Linux base that powers Wi-Fi network measurement and diagnostic devices. A low-level technical challenge, with autonomy, end-to-end ownership, and a focus on security, automation, and software quality.

At GP DIGITAL we are looking for a profile specialized in Yocto, Linux Kernel and C for an embedded systems development challenge in Alicante, with a hybrid modality (2-3 days in person per week).

You will work with kernel drivers, real hardware, CI/CD, OTA updates and Linux image security.

What you'll do

  • Develop, maintain and optimize Linux images based on Yocto.
  • Create and maintain layers, recipes, BSP and build configurations.
  • Participate in board bring-up and the integration of new generations of hardware.
  • Develop and maintain Linux kernel drivers in C.
  • Work with Device Tree, cross-compilation and debugging on real hardware.
  • Maintain the build and publishing infrastructure through CI/CD.
  • Improve build reproducibility and OTA update mechanisms.
  • Implement and maintain security mechanisms such as Secure Boot, signed images and signed OTA updates.
  • Use AI agents for programming, specification definition, code review, testing and quality controls.
  • Collaborate with other technical teams, take responsibility for solutions from start to finish and participate in the voluntary on-call rotation coordinated by SRE.
  • Deepen knowledge of wired and wireless network protocols to contribute to the resolution of connectivity problems.

How you'll work

  • Contract
  • Location: Alicante.
  • Modality: Hybrid, with office presence 2-3 days per week.
  • Schedule:

Mon-Thu from 8:00 to 18:00 and Fri from 8:00 to 14:30.

In summer, Mon-Thu from 8:00 to 15:00 and Fri from 8:00 to 14:30.

About Grupo Digital

Grupo Digital is a Spanish IT consulting and talent outsourcing company based in Madrid. It provides IT recruitment, outsourcing, and technology consulting services, helping companies find and hire skilled tech professionals. The firm has a database of over 190,000 candidates and uses AI-driven matching to accelerate hiring, with a focus on roles in software development, data, cloud, cybersecurity, and SAP/ERP systems.

Grupo Digital operates primarily in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Valencia, and offers many remote and hybrid positions across the country. The company emphasizes flexibility, work-life balance, and professional development, making it an attractive option for IT professionals looking to work in Spain. Its international relevance is limited, as it mainly serves the Spanish market, but it provides opportunities for tech talent seeking roles in Spain.

Industry
IT Services
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Valencia

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grupo Digital is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with an additional office in Valencia.
  • Many job openings are remote or hybrid, offering flexibility for international candidates.
  • The company provides benefits such as flexible hours, training opportunities, and parental leave.
  • It holds ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 14001 certifications, indicating quality and security standards.
  • The company participates in R&D projects with universities and public bodies, fostering innovation.

In their own words

About the company & team

About Grupo Digital We are a technology consultancy based in Madrid. Specialists in IT profile outsourcing, recruitment, and Talent-as-a-Service models, focusing on large integrators and companies in the financial and digital sectors. We bet on excellent service, autonomous teams, and measurable results.

If you like working with cutting-edge technologies and in environments that add value, you will have a career path here.

more information on our website wwwgrupodigital.eu

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